Program: Why Wicked's tale of complex friendship is resonating with so many people

There's no ignoring the buzz surrounding the long-awaited film version of the hugely successful stage musical Wicked.

From memes, to shared viral moments, to photos of the film's stars on the red carpet, Wicked has dominated the discourse like few other cultural events this year.

Set in a land with talking animals and magic spells, the story highlights the complex friendship between witches Elphaba and Glinda.

So, why is this fantasy film resonating with so many people?

Guest:

Sahra O'Doherty, President of the Australian Association of Psychologists